Independents

De Bethune has just unveiled a new Mythological piece for Baselworld on its Facebook page. This time, it is a dial in honor of the snake: head to read the hours and tail for the minutes. The numerals are quite original too (and still easy to read). Even i...  

and loved it! Just a gorgeous watch -- and the snake that indicates the time looks natural in all positions. High on my list! Best, Gary

...it must be something. Do you prefer this one to the Mayan world for example? I wonder how they managed to cope with the hands' weight. Thanks for the input Gary. Cheers, Mark

What De Bethune is doing with this "artistic dials"is quite unique and different......DIFFERENT! No enamel pictorial dials ,that frankly are a bit boring,but pushing the envelope of what a dial could offer in term of Metier d Arts with engraving,stones et... 

I'm often thinking about watches, the offers we are provided with, the brands which stand out, the ones who are not doing the work on the contrary of what they may be saying everyday etc... I often come to the same conclusion: many independents watchmaker... 

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Besides the watch-making exploit, the esthetic picture is fabulous. in cauda venenum nino

I'm looking forward to see all the pics from our purists friends :) Cheers, Mark

The serpent and dial are superb! Such a great conversation piece, and you could spend a good bit of time admiring the dial too. 2015 is shaping up to be a great year for novelties!